The courtyard of Xuanling Sect was quiet, save for the soft rustle of leaves and the distant sound of Ling Wei practicing his universal Dao. Xuán Wèi leaned against the stone railing, a faint smirk tugging at his lips as the system pulsed.
System: Potential disciple detected. Golden Potential confirmed. Lottery chance for Immortal Teacher: 67%.
A young man approached the gates. His aura was sharp, sword-affinity evident.
"State your name and Dao affinity," Xuán Wèi called.
"I am Zhao Ling, Master," the boy said, bowing deeply. "I seek guidance in the Sword Dao."
The system whispered only to Xuán Wèi:
Disciple Zhao Ling: Sword Dao, golden potential, abandoned royal lineage, latent sword spirit. Must be recruited for sect's sword wing growth.
Xuán Wèi's smirk widened.
"Good. Stand aside, Ling Wei, and watch how we handle talent acquisition."
Immortal Teacher Lottery Trigger
As Zhao Ling bowed, the system pulsed violently. A radiant light condensed above the courtyard into a human-shaped figure. All gathered mortals gasped.
Appearance: Tall, lean, commanding presence, exuding centuries of pride
Signature Trait: Sword forged in another realm, floating beside her
Personality: Prideful, sharp-tongued, centuries of experience
"Who dares summon me?" the immortal demanded, her voice sharp like steel.
Xuán Wèi stepped forward, Dao fragment glinting in the sunlight.
"I do. Your life, duties, and honor are bound to Xuanling Sect while present. Disobey, and consequences follow."
The immortal's pride bristled, but she subtly nodded, recognizing Xuán Wèi's clever management.
Training Begins
"Master Xuán Wèi," Zhao Ling said, eyes wide, "how shall I learn?"
Xuán Wèi raised a hand, giving her a small set of God-tier pills and manuals.
"Teacher will guide you. Follow her instructions. Pills and manuals are your tools; my system is invisible to you. Do not question authority—except for curiosity, which I encourage."
The immortal teacher demonstrated precise sword movements. Zhao Ling struggled to match them at first, sparks flying as the blade arcs collided with imperfect swings. Xuán Wèi smirked:
"See? Even immortals can be entertaining when pride meets control."
The interplay kept the scene humorous but highlighted discipline and respect.
Sect Growth
Recruiting Zhao Ling and summoning the Immortal Teacher earned sect points: +25
Sect facilities remained basic, but future upgrades now possible
MC now had authority over system-assisted strategy, disciple distribution, and teacher management
Xuán Wèi leaned against the balcony, observing the valley below.
"One golden disciple, one Immortal Teacher, and twenty-five sect points. Growth is steady. Every choice shapes Xuanling Sect. And the next lottery… will be more interesting."
The system pulsed faintly, approving: Sect Points: 25. Immortal Teacher active. Second disciple growth underway.